Arborist

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• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
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• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
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• We are an agile team and are currently working under a hybrid model combining in-person team collaboration days with work-from-home options.
• You will work closely and collaboratively with Senior Arborists, Ecologists, and Landscape Architects on a wide range of project types to:

• Complete tree inventories, assessments and related arboriculture field work
• Respond to tree protection by-law stipulations to determine study scope and prepare tree removal permits
• Determine approach to large scale arboriculture studies and tree compensation programs
• Contribute to development of arboriculture and urban forestry policies for our clients
• Assess impacts to trees from proposed developments and infrastructure
• Arborist report writing, proposal and occasional presentation preparation
• Attend meetings as an arboriculture representative for WSP
• Interpretation and assessment of Species at Risk requirements and implications on projects
• Prepare Tree Preservation and Restoration Plans
• Pursuit of arborist specific proposals

• A Degree or Diploma in Ecology, Biology, Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture or Landscape Technology; or similar, relevant education
• 5+ years of professional experience working in consulting arboriculture (recent graduates with strong, relevant work experience may also be considered)
• Designation as an ISA Certified Arborist (attained or in progress)
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong tree identification and assessment skills
• Project Management skills (time/task management, invoicing, etc.)
• Experience working with private and public sector clients in delivery of Arboriculture services
• Strong understanding of Municipal Tree By-Laws and Conservation Authority regulations regarding tree impacts
• A valid driver's license and ability to travel within the GTA/Southern Ontario to visit project sites
• Ability to conduct fieldwork independently on a variety of sites
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and contribute positively to office activities, initiatives, and learning opportunities.

• Professional designation as a Forester, Urban Forester, or equivalent
• Experience performing Butternut Health Assessment (BHA)
• Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)Experience with AutoCAD
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Proficiency with GIS and GIS software and hand-held GPS units

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

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